Geography Options Presentation

1. GCSE
Geography

2. Geography GCSE
What is geography?
Geography is not only up-to-date and relevant, it is one of the
most exciting, adventurous and valuable subjects to study
today. So many of the world's current problems boil down to
geography, and need the geographers of the future to help us
understand them.
Global warming, sustainable food production, natural
disasters such as earthquakes and tsunamis, the spread of
disease, the reasons for migration and the future of energy
resources are just some of the great challenges facing the
next generation of geographers.
This GCSE course aims to deepen understanding of both
human and physical geographical processes and the
relationship between people and the natural world.

3. Geography GCSE
Why is it a useful GCSE to have?
It is extremely relevant – you will learn about the challenges
facing communities around the world, and the steps needed
to resolve these issues in the future.
Develops a unique and impressive skillset – from day one
you start developing research and enquiry skills, that are
highly valuable for future studies. Furthermore you will
learn to think and write critically about the important issues
facing our planet.
Spans the sciences, humanities and arts – highlighting it’s
value and usefulness. It will support and supplement your
learning across the other subjects

4. Geography GCSE

5. Geography GCSE
How is it assessed?
• 2 x unseen exam papers at the end of Year 11 – one on
global geographical issues and one on UK geographical
issues
• 1 x synoptic ‘decision-making’ paper with seen resources
• Mixture of question types: ranging from multiple-choice
questions, to 8-mark short essays.
• Fieldwork at West Wittering and London’s Docklands
where you will be assessed on project design, data
collection, analysis and presentation
What else can I expect from the course?
• 5 hours of lessons over two weeks with a specialist
• Ample fieldwork opportunities in the local area
• Regular assessments and feedback on how to improve
• Opportunities to become a geography ambassador

6. Geography GCSE
Where will geography take me?
• Progression to ALL A-level subjects, and beyond.
Geography is identified as a facilitating subject
• Skills to pursue vocational qualifications or
apprenticeships
• A GCSE (and indeed A-level) is held in high regard by
universities and employers alike
What careers are there in geography?
- Architecture - Law
- Town planner - Tourism industry
- Transport planner - Politics
- Engineering - Education
- Environment Officer - Energy industries
- Development, aid or NGO work - Mapping / GIS
- Volcanologist - Geologist
- Meteorologist - Ecologist

7. If you have any questions then please email Mrs Gilliam:
k.gilliam@dittonparkacademy.co.uk
The geography team:
Geography GCSE
Mrs Gilliam Miss O’Carroll Mr Towersey